Should We Build An Optical Interferometer On The Moon?

belaUniverse Today4 months ago87 Views

Are we getting close to having a telescope on the Moon? A new report from the Keck Institute for Space Studies outlines the benefits and challenges of building an optical interferometer on the Moon. It could enable far greater sensitivity and resolution than any ground-based or space-based telescope, according to the report. Image Credit: W. M. KECK INSTITUTE FOR SPACE STUDIES (KISS)

A new report outlines the benefits and obstacles to a lunar telescope. It comes from the Keck Institute for Space Studies, and presents an idea for a lunar optical interferometer. The authors say it could outperform powerful space telescopes.

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